Search for dissertations about: "barnacle adhesive plaque"

Found 1 swedish dissertation containing the words barnacle adhesive plaque.

2. 1. Barnacle Bioadhesive Bonding Formation, Strength and Control

   Author : Mattias Berglin; Chalmers tekniska högskola; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; barnacle adhesive plaque; poly dimethylsiloxane ; fouling release coatings; bioadhesion; marine biofouling;

   Abstract : The current technology for keeping ship hulls free of marine biofouling requires the use of toxic compounds such as copper, organic biocides and tributyl tin (TBT). The compounds that are released have been shown to have negative effects on non-target organisms, and a worldwide ban of TBT is currently being introduced. READ MORE